Angličtina a Puzzle

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The English language has many creative ways to say various things

English, like every language, has a bazillion creative ways to say different things. For today’s installment, let’s examine a few of them. When you wish to let someone know that they’re not exactly the brightest bulb on the Christmas tree, here are some creative ways to do it.

Examples:

1. He’s a few french fries short of a complete Happy Meal.

2. His box of cereal is missing a few cornflakes.

3. He’s 24 cents short of a quarter.

4. He’s a few feathers short of a whole duck.

5. His wheel is still spinning, but his hamster died months ago.

Not very practical
When you wish to say that something is not very practical, here are some of the more colorful ways to do it. Examples:


1. That’s about as useful as lips on a duck.

2. That glue holds together just as good as water does.

3. That’s about as practical as wearing nylons in the jungle.

On being the boss
When you want to let someone know that YOU are the boss, and not them, here are some creative ways to do it to them.

1. When I want your opinion, I’ll give it to you.

2. Beatings will continue until you morale improves.

3. We are NOT amused.

Making MEN behave
When a woman wants to make a man behave instantly, just use three words: "Hold my purse."

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Jokes: Great Advice for Men

Here is some advice for being a "real" manly man.

1. Beer. Lots of beer.

2. If you’re not satisfied within five minutes after trying something new, it is not worth it!

3. Beer.

4. EVERY woman who is a virgin is, naturally, saving herself specifically for you.

5. Every woman finds you attractive, sometimes it just takes them awhile to wake up to this fact.

6. You ARE "macho" -- and do not have to work at it like other men do.

7. Beer.

8. Feelings? Moi? WHAT "feelings"?

9. Never repeat yourself ever.



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